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Patent GB-189714861-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Taking, Printing, and Projecting Successive Photographic Pictures.
Inventor: STAFFORD-NOBLE CECIL
Filed: 1897-06-19
Granted: 1898-06-11
Abstract: 14,861. Stafford-Noble, C., and Liddell, F. June 19. Kinematographic apparatus.-Relates principally to intermittent feeding-mechanism for the ribbon of film in photographic and other optical apparatus. The ribbon K is drawn from the store spool J by the spiked feeding-roller X which is rotated uniformly by toothed gearing driven by hand. An intermittent movement is imparted to the ribbon passing the exposure aperture L by a roller Q mounted on the end of a radial arm R which is oscillated by a crank S and connecting-rod U. The ribbon is periodically looped by the roller Q while it is steadily fed onward by the roller X. The ribbon is finally wound on to a receiving-spool 7, driven from the axis of the roller X by a spiral spring band. The shutter 0 is a rotating cylinder with exposure apertures. A bobbin 21, driven by a spring band 22 from the feed-mechanism, may be used for re-winding the ribbon for a second exhibition.
Patent GB-189724286-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Thrashing Machines.
Inventor: BORSUM JULIUS
Filed: 1897-10-20
Granted: 1897-12-18
Abstract: 24,286. Lake, H. H., [Bors³m, J.]. Oct. 20. Thrashing -machine. - The straw-shakers A, which are actuated by ordinary mechanism, are arranged beneath the drum G. A curved deflector I is fixed between the drum and the straw-shakers in such a way that the grain collects at the lower end of the straw-shakers, while the straw is discharged from the machine in the usual way.
Patent GB-189801009-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Machines for Ironing Shirt Fronts and other Articles.
Inventor: SEKIAN SARKIS HAROUTIOUN
Filed: 1898-01-13
Granted: 1898-10-22
Abstract: 1009. Sekian, S. H. Jan. 13. Ironing.-Boards or the like for ironing-machines for shirt fronts, which may also be used for collars &c., are constructed so that one side of the shirt may be ironed at a time, or that both sides may be ironed without overlapping. Figs. 2 and 3 show plans of two halves of the ironing-board, and Fig. 4 a side view. The boards A may be covered with felting &c. D. Spaces a are left at one end to permit the seam or joint of the shirt at the bottom edge of the vent to be turned down. Several modifications are described, in which a single board suffices for both sides of the shirt. A hinged half board, which will do for both right and left hand sides in turn, is also described.
Patent GB-189803743-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Hoes.
Inventor: HUNT EDMUND
Filed: 1898-02-15
Granted: 1898-12-23
Abstract: 3743. Hunt, E., [Swan, P.]. Feb. 15. Combination tools. -A pick D is combined with a hoe having a rib or corrugation B extending from the socket A to the cutting - edge C, which is V- shaped.
Patent GB-189808617-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Combined Collar-stud and Tie-holder.
Inventor: JENSEN JENS KRISTIAN
Filed: 1898-04-13
Granted: 1899-02-18
Abstract: 8617. Jensen, J. K. April 13. Neckties and bows. -The collar stud B is formed with a flat shank b<1> and a slotted head b<2>, or with an eye, for engagement by the hook a<1> on the tie. Alternatively,the hook may be formed on the stud and the eye on the tie. The tie holder is formed with holes for attachment by sewing, or is otherwise secured. It may be fitted with a wire or other frame on which the tie is made. The cardboard and elastic used in making ties are dispensed with.
Patent GB-189810557-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and Relating to Electric Furnaces.
Inventor: JACKSON THOMAS
Filed: 1898-05-09
Granted: 1898-06-18
Abstract: 10,557. Jackson, T. May 9. Electric furnaces.-A hot-wire furnace applicable for dental work consists of an outer casing L made of plates screwed together so as to be readily separated for repairs, and a muffle, indicated at A, made up of five separate plates of fireclay or other non-conducting refractory material. A coil of fine platinum wire is embedded in each plate. The coils are connected in series, and to two terminals and intermediate blocks, adapted to receive plugs by which any coil may be shortcircuited. The blocks are fixed on a slate top N.
Patent GB-189814432-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Acetylene Gas Generators.
Filed: 1898-06-30
Granted: 1898-09-17
Abstract: 14,432. British Acetylene Gas Generator Co. and Spence, H. K. June 30. Acetylene. Consists of modifications in or additions to the invention described in Specification No. 29,554, A.D. 1896, whereby the carbide chambers may be brought automatically into action. The carbide chambers C are situated at the foot of the tank A containing the gas bell. The tank D supplies the chambers with water. The gas generated is led by pipes E into the condensing-chamber e, and passes into the bell. The gas is delivered through the pipe f<1>. The water valves d are controlled by suitable mechanism which operates the valve rods. Levers G, G<1>, pivoted at g, are situated on the tank D, and engage with slots h, h<1> in the valve rods. Pins J, J<1> project from the levers through the wall of the tank A. A plate attached to the bell carries a rotatable disc k provided with catches 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and pins k<1>, k<2>, k<3>. The plate also carries the fixed pins L, L<1>. A pawl M, held in position by the stops m, m<1>, is secured to the tank A. In combination with this arrangement is a plate N hearing suitable words to indicate which chamber is in use. This plate is operated by the arms N' pivoted at N' and having tail portions 0 operated by the pins k<1>, k', k<3>. The supply of gas generated when the apparatus is started will raise the bell and cause the pins L, L' to pass the pins J, J<1>, and if the supply is sufficient the catch 6 will pass the pawl M. If the supply is insufficient, the bell will fall until the stops L, L' come into contact with the pins J, J<1> and raise the water valves, and thereby generate sufficient gas to raise the bell to the desired position. When in the raised position, the pin k<1> engages the pin J whenever the bell descends, and this continues until the corresponding chamber is exhausted. The bell then descends until the catch 6 comes into contact with the pawl M, thereby giving the disc k a partial rotation and bringing the pin k<2> into contact with the tail piece O of the indicating-mechanism, and thus altering it. The bell descends until the stops L, L' operate the valves and cause further gas to be generated and the bell raised to its higher position. The pin k<2> now operates the pin I', and the process goes on as before. A ratchet and pawl check the movement of the disc k. The valves d are provided with a groove d', thus forming a double seat for the valve cover. A short length of pipe provided with perforations serves to distribute the water in the carbide chamber.
Patent GB-189816763-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with the Process of Smoking Bacon and other Meat.
Inventor: TYRRELL FREDERICK COURTLAND
Filed: 1898-08-03
Granted: 1899-06-02
Abstract: 16,763. Tyrrell, F. C. Aug. 3. Meat - smoking and like furnaces.-Relates to means for smoking bacon or other meat. The smoke is produced by burning sawdust &c. in a furnace A, preferably situated underground and having a draught louvre f. It passes into a tube C which leads it through a tank F, in which water is circulated, and along a channel having suitable portable coverings to a chamber B in which the bacon &c. is hung. The pipe C divides into branches D, leading to separate gratings E, in the chamber B, as shown. Suitable cocks &c. may be provided to regulate the supply of smoke, and several chambers may be fed from the same furnace.
Patent GB-189817350-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Acetylene-lamps.
Inventor: SCHWARZ ISIDOR
Filed: 1898-08-11
Granted: 1898-11-19
Abstract: 17,350. Schwarz, I. Aug. 11. Acetylene lamps.-A rubber &c. disc f is placed between the carbide receptacle a and the casing c, whereby a tight joint is obtained, which may, however, be released by excessive pressure. Fig. 1 shows one form, in which the edge e is inturned to receive the edges of the disc f when compressed and the receptacle a has rounded edges b to force the disc into hollow extensions d. In one modification, the edges of both the carbide receptacle and the lamp body are bent and grip the disc f between them ; in a second modification, the edge of the lamp body fits within the edge of the receptacle a. In a third modification, a rubber ring or the like is arranged between the receptacle and the casing, the latter having a hollow with which the ring engages, or the packing-ring may engage recesses in both the receptacle a and casing c. The supply of water from the pipe k to the pipe i, which forms the valve seat, is controlled by a conical valve l, the movement of which is indicated by a spring pointer n attached to the adjusting-disc m and engaging recesses in the index-plate p. The pointer n may be fixed to the plate p, and the recesses provided upon the disc m.
Patent GB-189820708-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Nailing and Lasting Machines for Boots and Shoes.
Inventor: DORMAN WILLIAM HENRY
Filed: 1898-10-01
Granted: 1899-08-05
Abstract: 20,708. Dorman, W. H. Oct. 1. Lasting; nailing.-Relates to improved lasting and nailing machines which use nails of two lengths and may generally be of the type described in Specification No. 23,363, A.D. 1895. The magnetized hammer b<1>, Fig. 1, is raised by a cam on the spindle b and pulled down by india-rubber springs b<5>. A cushion b<10> arrests the downward movement. When short tacks are being driven, the plate m is pushed under the cushion to decrease the movement of the hammer. The cam has a depression which allows the hammer to descend and pick up a tack out of the carrier d, which is arranged as shown in Fig. 20. The tacks fall down the shoot f<2>, and pass, one at a time, into the recess g<3> in the edge of the vibrating plate g'. As this plate moves away, the end of the shoot f is closed by the spring shutter f<7>, and the recess, when clear of the shoot, is closed by a slide g which moves with the plate g<2> during a part of its stroke. The carrier-plate carries a toothed segment gearing with another on a vertical shaft d<6> which is rocked by a cam d<2>. Fig. 4 shows the two hoppers f, f<1> provided with shoots and mounted on a frame pivoted about the point f<5> so that either shoot may be directed towards the carrier d. The feed-cylinders f<15>, f<16> are driven in the manner shown in Fig. 1, and are provided with rappers and clearing-wheels for the shoots. These clearing-wheels are mounted on eccentric studs so that they can easily be adjusted towards or away from the shoots. The bar e carrying the lower jaw e<1> of the pincers is supported at e<2> so that it can be swung inwards by a cam and returned by a spring. The upper jaw e<12> is pivoted at e<13>, and is operated by a cam acting through rods and links. Figs. 12, 13, and 14 show the wiper horn-piece grooved to receive the wiper shown in Figs. 10 and 11. The wiper has a bevelled notch which acts as a tackguide and is actuated in the manner shown in Fig. 1 from a cam p.
Patent GB-189902253-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Punching or Punching and Shearing Machines.
Inventor: CARTER CLAUDE
Filed: 1899-02-01
Granted: 1899-12-16
Abstract: 2253. Carter, C. Feb. 1. Punching; shearing.-The driving- gear of a punching or punching and shearing machine is arranged to cause the tool to dwell in its upper position. The shaft A w h i c h operates the tools has a boss D with two toothed segments in different planes. One segment D<1> is concentric with the shaft and engages a pinion E, and the other segment D' is elliptical or eccentric and engages a pinion J. The pinion E is concentrically, and the pinion J eccentrically, mounted on the first motion shaft F or, as shown, on a countershaft G geared to the shaft F. Instead of the toothed segments and pinions, toothed wheels may be eccentrically keyed on the shafts A, G, Fig. 3, or heart-shaped wheels may be used.
Patent GB-189905397-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Construction of Nave Stocks and Facing Caps of Resilient Hubs of Wheels.
Inventor: CARMONT WILLIAM EDWARD
Filed: 1899-03-11
Granted: 1900-01-13
Abstract: 5397. Carmont, W. E. March 11. Hubs; axleboxes. - The resilient hub shown in section in Fig. 6 comprises a rigid hub A which is separated by rubber strips G from two end plates F, secured by a flange J and nut K on the sleeve I which supports the axle. An outside end view of the hub A is shown in Fig. 1, and an inside view of one plate F in Fig. 3. Each face of the hub is provided with segmental projections C, C<1>, C<2>, which fit loosely between complementary segmental projections E, E', E<2> on the plates F to form circular channels in which the rubber strips G lie.
Patent GB-189906128-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Cases or Devices for Packing Eggs.
Inventor: FLEUR CHARLES EDWARD LA
Filed: 1899-03-21
Granted: 1899-04-29
Abstract: 6128. La Fleur, C. E. March 21. Boxes, internal fittings for. -Cellular collapsable fittings to receive eggs are formed of scored cardboard by bending and bringing the ends to abut, as shown in Fig. 4. The portions of the sheet which are in contact with each other are glued together, and other sections, similarly formed, are glued to one another, side to side. The end sections are formed of half sheets. A partition or board is placed between one set of fittings and the next, when piled on one another in a packing-case. The fittings and the case are perforated for ventilation.
Patent GB-189907088-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Boot and Shoe Heels.
Inventor: NAUGHTON JAMES JOSEPH
Filed: 1899-04-04
Granted: 1899-05-13
Abstract: 7088. Naughton, J..J. April 4. Heels.-Relates to heels with removable tread lifts which can easily be renewed when worn, or may be changed to suit the character of the ground. To the base of the heel is secured a metal plate 11 grooved at 15 to receive a tenon on a correspondingly-shaped plate 14 attached to the removable lift C. When in place, the lift is secured by a pin 19 projecting through a hole in the plate 14. This pin is carried by a spring 18 let into a recess 10 in the heel. The free end of the spring lies in a recess in the breast of the heel, and is perforated to receive a tool by which the spring can be raised to withdraw the pin 19 when the lift is to be removed.
Patent GB-189907513-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Combined Hub Coasting and Brake Mechanisms for Bicycles and other like Vehicles.
Inventor: MORROW ALEXANDER PATTERSON
Filed: 1899-04-10
Granted: 1899-05-13
Abstract: 7513. Morrow, A. P., and Fulton, H. H. April 10. Driving-mechanism; clutches; brakes.-Relates to clutch driving-mechanism for bicycles &c. arranged to give a free wheel for " coasting" and to allow the application of the brake by backpedalling. The chain-wheel C is mounted loosely on the hub, and is forced outwards by a spring 31 against antifriction rollers 35 carried by a plate clamped to the hub. The chain-wheel has ratchet teeth formed on its inner face, which bear on similar teeth on a clutch ring 25 which bears on a rib 27 on the hub. During forward pedalling the ratchet teeth ride on one another and force the ring 25 on to the rib 27, so as to lock it to the hub. If the cranks are held stationary, the clutch ring is released and the hub runs free. During backpedalling the chain-wheel turns the clutch ring backwards and causes cam surfaces on its inner end to force a ring 19 inwards, and this ring actuates a conical sleeve 9 carrying a brake surface 12 constructed to bear on the inside of a flange 5 on the hub. The ring 12 carries an arm 17 engaging between cheeks 18 on the frame so as to prevent the sleeve 9 from rotating. The hub is provided with flanges 4, 6 for the spokes, and is mounted on the usual ball bearings.
Patent GB-189909047-A (GB)
Title: Improved Apparatus for Closing Gates and the like.
Inventor: HOLDEN JAMES
Filed: 1899-04-29
Granted: 1900-03-03
Abstract: 9047. Holden, J. April 29. Gate-closing apparatus.-C o n - sists of a cranked lever a which is pivoted to the gate post and loaded at one end by an adjustable weight b, the other end being connected by a cord or chain to an arm d clamped on the bars of the gate. The descent of the weight b closes the gate. A spring may be substituted for the weighted lever.
Patent GB-189910193-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Vapour Burners.
Inventor: MAIN LOUIS EUGENE
Filed: 1899-05-15
Granted: 1900-03-31
Abstract: 10,193. Main, L. E. May 15. Vapour lamps. - Relates to a burner suitable for using heavy petroleum, which may be applied as a petroleum stove, or steam generator, and for all heating purposes. The pipe d, having a non-conducting handle i, is attached to a reservoir containing the petroleum under pressure, and leads to a closed annular space c, surrounding a conical funnel a which is open at each end, and is heated before use by a small open spirit lamp hung below. The vapour passes down the tube e, and escapes from an opening e<3>. Air passes in around the bottom of the cone, and through holes a<1>. The.cone has a larger portion a<2> in which air and vapour' mix before ignition. The burner may be surrounded by a conical casing f, for increasing the air supply to the jet. Any impurities collecting in the tube e may be withdrawn, by unscrewing the end cap e<2>, and forcing the impurities forwards or backwards. When intended for use as a petroleum stove, the burner is made shorter, and a removable perforated plate is placed on the top of the burner to spread the flame.
Patent GB-189912610-A (GB)
Title: A Novel Mode of Obtaining Gold from Sea Water or other Solutions containing the same and means for the purpose.
Inventor: DUKE JOHN FREDERICK
Filed: 1899-06-16
Granted: 1900-04-21
Abstract: 12,610. Duke, J. F. June 16. Gold.-Relates to means for obtaining gold from sea-water or other solutions by precipitating the gold with chalk or similar aluminic or other compounds. A reservoir b is dug in chalk cliffs a on the sea shore in such a position that its top edge is about six feet above high-water level c. A sump d is formed in the bottom of the reservoir a, which is provided with a perforated water inlet pipe e and a water outlet pipe l. The pipes e and l are both provided with valves operated by floats k and n. The valve on the pipe e opens automatically when the tide has risen to about two feet below high-water mark, and the water coming in with a rush stirs up the chalk and sludge in the sump d. The valve on the outlet pipe l opens when the water has fallen to about low-water mark, and after the sludge has had time to settle again. The sludge is removed periodically, and the precipitated gold recovered by any suitable means.
Patent GB-189916200-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Holders for Electric Incandescent Lamps.
Inventor: OPPENHEIMER HERMANN
Filed: 1899-08-09
Granted: 1900-07-14
Abstract: 16,200. Oppenheimer, H., [Actiengesellschaft Mix & Genest]. Aug. 9. Incandescent lamps, holders for. A cylindrical insulator is made with an S-shaped inner part m to receive two angular plates c, provided with lateral binding-screws to s e c u r e the supply wires. The plates c are secured by screws inserted from the front surface of the insulator, and having their heads sunk. Plungers, retaining-washers, tubes, and springs are held in holes in the insulator by the plates c, so that only the plungers project, A straight groove n is formed in the front of the insulator, between the plungers. The rear ends of the plunger tubes may be closed by bending in tongues. Projections in the parts of the casing engage grooves in the insulator to prevent turning.
Patent GB-189924437-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Coin-controlled Mechanisms for use in connection with Prepayment Electric Meters or the like.
Filed: 1899-12-08
Granted: 1900-09-15
Abstract: 24,437. British Thomson-Houston Co., [Cox, F. P.]. Dec. 8. Switches for the coin-freed supply of electricity. A coin 13, dropped upon a rotary cross C geared up to a meter or motor by a second cross F, counterbalances the friction of the rotary parts, and completes the circuit of the switching-electromagnets H by closing together the two self - separating terminals D, E. The main circuit is thus completed through a fixed terminal M and the spring L which carries the armature H'. A pair of latches P, connected by a bow O<3> which is subject to a spring Q<1>, maintains the contact by engaging a bracket h<1> on the armature till they are retracted by a second electromagnet O<1>, when, owing to the rotation of the cross, the coin has fallen to a third pair of self-separating terminals G, G', from which it rolls into the receptacle.
Patent GB-190001915-A (GB)
Title: A New Composition of Matter adapted for use in Paving Roads, Foot-ways, and the like.
Inventor: CAUDEMBERG CHARLES ALFRED CARL
Filed: 1900-01-30
Granted: 1900-11-24
Abstract: 1915. Caudemberg, C. A. C. Aug. 12, A.D. 1899, [date applied for under Sec. 103 of Patents &c. Act, A.D. 1883]. Asphalt paving.-Asphalt is mixed with a solution of india-rubber in spirits of turpentine or petroleum spirit, benzine, or the like. The preferred proportions are 100 kilogs. of asphalt, in a fine powder, to 75 to 100 grammes of india-rubber in 5 litres of petroleum spirit. After spreading, the layer is rolled first with a light and then with a heavy roller.
Patent GB-190004359-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Stair Rod Eyes or Fastenings and in the Manufacture of the same.
Inventor: BAKER FRANCIS ROBERT
Filed: 1900-03-07
Granted: 1900-04-28
Abstract: 4359. Baker, F. R., and Hall, J. G March 7. Making stair-rod eyes and fastenings.-The part a' of a sheet-metal blank A, Fig. 1, is stamped or bent up on the dotted line a<3>; the tongue a', having a hole a<8>, is then bent down, so as to be in the same plane as the part a<3>; the part a<4> is then bent down parallel to the tongue a', on the dotted line a<5>, and the fixing-ears a<6> are then bent into line with the edges of the part a<4>, as shown in Fig. 2. A barrel S, Fig. 8, having a hole s<3>, one end closed, and one side cut away, is then dropped into a space a<7>, Fig. 3, between the parts a', a<4>, and the shank t<1> of a terminal T is placed through the holes a<8>, s<3>, and riveted. By turning the terminal T, the closed or open side of the barrel S can be brought to the front, to retain or free the rod. The motion of the barrel is limited by the lug s<2>. The barrel at one end may be complete and fixed. In a modification, the ears a<6> are dished, to give the appearance of greater thickness.